Kansas, Arizona prevail in voter citizenship suit (News Clips) 3/20/2014 ...both states register with state forms, but their officials said the availability of the federal form created a loophole in enforcement of proof-of-citizenship requirements.
Kansas, Arizona laws requiring voters to prove citizenship upheld (News Clips) 3/20/2014 ...prove they are U.S. citizens were upheld by a federal judge on Wednesday, potentially opening the door for more states to enact such measures. The two Republican-led states had sued the U.S.
Eyes on the Prize: Health Care for All (Blog) 3/20/2014 This month marks the fourth anniversary of the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The League was a strong advocate for the legislation when it was debated and passed by Congress in 2010.
Building on Women’s History for a Bright Future (Blog) 3/19/2014 The Oakland League embraces the history of the suffrage movement; we are proud to highlight our history and work during Women’s History Month, but also are committed to improving our community…
Bad Decision on Proof of Citizenship Will Hurt Voters (Press Release) 3/19/2014 A district court issued a ruling that approves the documentary proof of citizenship requirement for voter registration by Arizona and Kansas.
Supreme Court Preview: The Affordable Care Act, Contraceptive Coverage and Religious Freedom (Blog) 3/18/2014 On March 25, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in two cases that challenge the Affordable Care Act mandate that employers are required to provide contraceptive coverage.
Honoring Women Legislators (Blog) 3/13/2014 Yesterday, the League of Women Voters joined with Rachel’s Action Network (RAN) to host a breakfast honoring the women of the U.S. Congress.
Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady, League Leader, Pioneer (Blog) 3/13/2014 Social justice icon Eleanor Roosevelt was a formative leader of the League of Women Voters.
Understanding Elections: Primaries 101 (Blog) 3/11/2014 Who votes in primaries? And what happens next? Here’s a quick look at primaries to help answer your questions about this pivotal part of our voting system.
Ohio is at it Again, Restricting Popular Voting Methods Ahead of a Major Election (Blog) 3/6/2014 In the last two weeks, four anti-voter provisions became law in Ohio. Read our guest blog from the League of Women Voters of Ohio on these election changes and how they're keeping voters informed.